Keith Law

Keith Law is a renowned baseball expert with over a decade of experience covering the sport. He has served as a senior baseball writer for The Athletic since 2016, providing in-depth analysis and commentary on the latest developments in Major League Baseball. Prior to his tenure at The Athletic, Law worked as a special assistant to the general manager for the Toronto Blue Jays, where he contributed to key decision-making processes and player evaluations. In addition to his extensive professional background, Law is the author of two critically acclaimed books:

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

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  • Adam has been an above-average reliever for the Rays since 2022.
  • Lesko was the 15th overall pick in the 2022 draft and underwent Tommy John surgery before his rookie season.

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Recent Articles

San Diego Padres Acquire Jason Adam from Tampa Bay Rays for Three Prospects: Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez

San Diego Padres Acquire Jason Adam from Tampa Bay Rays for Three Prospects: Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez

Broke On: Sunday, 28 July 2024 The San Diego Padres bolstered their bullpen by acquiring effective reliever Jason Adam from the Tampa Bay Rays, giving up prospects Dylan Lesko, Homer Bush Jr., and J.D. Gonzalez in return. Adam, with a 2.30 ERA and top-five percent whiff rate, adds high leverage to the Padres' bullpen through 2026.
Historic First Day of 2024 MLB Draft: Cleveland Guardians Select Australian Prodigy Travis Bazzana as No. 1 Pick

Historic First Day of 2024 MLB Draft: Cleveland Guardians Select Australian Prodigy Travis Bazzana as No. 1 Pick

Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024 The Cleveland Guardians make history by selecting Australian Travis Bazzana as the first overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft. Known for his hitting skills and potential impact on the team, Bazzana's selection energizes fans and marks a major win for both him and the Guardians. NC State experiences a loss with Jacob Cozart's unexpected second-round selection.
Historic First Day of 2024 MLB Draft: Cleveland Guardians Select Australian Prodigy Travis Bazzana as No. 1 Pick

Historic First Day of 2024 MLB Draft: Cleveland Guardians Select Australian Prodigy Travis Bazzana as No. 1 Pick

Broke On: Monday, 15 July 2024 The Cleveland Guardians make history by selecting Australian Travis Bazzana as the first overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft. Known for his hitting skills and potential impact on the team, Bazzana's selection energizes fans and marks a major win for both him and the Guardians. NC State experiences a loss with Jacob Cozart's unexpected second-round selection.
2024 MLB Draft: Top Contenders for No. 1 Pick - Bazzana, Condon, Wetherholt, and Caglianone

2024 MLB Draft: Top Contenders for No. 1 Pick - Bazzana, Condon, Wetherholt, and Caglianone

Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024 The 2024 MLB draft commences on July 14, with the Cleveland Guardians holding the No. 1 pick. Industry experts speculate potential top picks include Oregon State's Travis Bazzana, Georgia's Charlie Condon, West Virginia's JJ Wetherholt, and Florida's Jac Caglianone. The Guardians prioritize draft value and cost-effective signing bonuses. Pre-draft meetings provide crucial information for informed decisions. The MLB draft begins at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN, with the Guardians making history as they select their first No. 1 overall pick.
Top MLB Draft Prospects: Travis Bazzana and Charlie Condon Battle for Number One Spot

Top MLB Draft Prospects: Travis Bazzana and Charlie Condon Battle for Number One Spot

Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024 In the 2024 MLB Draft, Travis Bazzana from Oregon State and Charlie Condon from Georgia are generating buzz as top prospects. Bazzana, a left-handed Australian batter with cricket background and excellent hit tool, faces competition from Condon who holds the collegiate record of 37 home runs in a season. MLB teams must carefully consider each player's skills and fit before making their picks at the July 13 draft.
2024 MLB Draft: Cleveland Guardians Face Tough Decision with No. 1 Pick Amid Strong College Talent

2024 MLB Draft: Cleveland Guardians Face Tough Decision with No. 1 Pick Amid Strong College Talent

Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024 The 2024 MLB draft presents a challenge for the Cleveland Guardians with the No. 1 pick, as top college players vie for the spot. ESPN's Kiley McDaniel predicts how they and other teams will make their selections in his mock draft 3.0. Despite a weaker top-heavy class, some high school arms may sneak into the first round.